Tic, Tac, Toe, DC, NYC & Chi Town in a row!

I recently got back from a two week trip to our Nation's Capital, The Big Apple and the Windy City. I had never been to any of these cities before and I must say I loved them all for different reasons...

Washington D.C.~The city is BEAUTIFUL. The architecture, monuments, Arlington cemetery and memorials are just awing. Also, all the history there is just so interesting like the Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence and think of all the powerful speeches that have been given there over the past 200 years. The Smithsonian Museums are really fun and not to mention free! I would have to say it's the cheapest city to be a tourist in b/c 85% of things to do there is free. This is my favorite picture I took. It's the Washington Monument.

Chicago~Thank you Chi Town for not being windy while I was there and sparing me! I was super nervous about this town b/c I absolutely hate the cold. In all honesty though it wasn't that bad.
Just wear the right clothes and it's fine. There wasn't as much touristy stuff to do here like in the other two cities. I basically fit it all in, in a day and a half. The reflecting bean was probably my favorite. It's just so neat! The only thing I would have done differently was make sure I was there for St. Patty's Day b/c it's HUGE in this city. This is my favorite shot taken from the Signature Room at sunset.

New York City~You hold my heart right now. Don't believe it when when you hear that people in NYC are mean. I met/made the most friends while I was there. Everyone was super nice and wanting to help or talk to me. It's such a fast paced city and I love it! There's always something going on and someone new to meet. Public transportation=awesome. I actually like using it and would love not having to worry about a car and parking. I seriously want to move there for a year or so. I never thought I would say that. I always thought I was a California girl, but no, I am a "city that never sleeps" girl. Next year at this time I want to be there...living in a small cramped apt. and loving it:)